Citronella (Lemongrass) essential oil with antimicrobial and analgesic properties to repel insects effectively, fight headaches and sooth stomach ache.
Its properties
Insect repellent
Revitalizing
Tonic
Antiseptic
Therapeutic
Antimicrobial
Analgesic
Why we formulated it
Citronella (Lemongrass) essential oil is used in traditional medicine since many years ago to calm headaches and migraines, treat nausea, eliminate fatigue and relieve stomach aches. Its fresh woody aroma revitalizes, tones and acts as an effective insect repellent. It repels effectively annoying insects, especially mosquitoes during the summer months. Citronella essential oil is also used to repel lice and prevent them from appearing on the scalp.
How to use
To effectively repel insects add 6-10 drops of essential oil to the ceramic diffuser.
To prevent lice from appearing on the scalp add 15 drops of essential oil to 50ml of carrier oil of your choice (suitable to use on hair) and gently massage the scalp.
To calm headache and stomach ache add 6-8 drops of essential oil to warm water and relax in your bathtub for at least 10 minutes. Alternatively, put 6-10 drops of essential oil onto a tissue and take deep breaths.
Pair it with
eucalyptus, peppermint, lemon, cedar
Caution
Do not use essential oils undiluted.
Avoid eye contact. In case of contact with the eyes rinse with plenty of water.
In case of pregnancy consult your doctor.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Tighten well the vial cup before storing it.
The Physis Laboratory essential oils are packaged in certified, airtight, dark-colored vials with safety caps to ensure the quality of the oil.
Lifespan
Do not use after the expiration date printed on the packaging.
It is made of
Citronella essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the Cymbopogon winterianus plant via steam distillation
Formulated with
Citral, Eugenol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Limonene, Linalool
Formulated WITHOUT
Preservatives, Chemical additives, Artificial Dyes, Fragrance, Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO), Mineral oil
Simic, A., et al. "Essential oil composition of Cymbopogon winterianus. and Carum carvi. and their antimicrobial activities." Pharmaceutical Biology 46.6 (2008): 437-441.